ESCI 100Elements of Earth-Space Sci

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This course provides an introduction to the scientific method through a study of the basic elements of the earth sciences - physical geography, meteorology, geology, oceanography, and astronomy. The course provides a broad understanding of the Earth system. Students learn concepts and theories pertaining to the scientific method and the earth sciences in lecture and then are expected to apply those concepts in labs and on exams. The course meets for two hours of lecture and two hours of lab each week.